This 3-day course offers participants a more comprehensive understanding of the RAI process. Participants will spend half of the course time learning how to accurately code the MDS 3.0 Assessment Tool by navigating through each section with an expert trainer. The Care Area Assessments (CAAs) will be introduced as the vital link between the MDS 3.0 and the accurate and resident specific care plan. A detailed discussion of ADL Coding and ADL Scoring will help provide the participant with the tools to more successfully manage ARD selection and to teach the nursing team how to document ADLs more accurately. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and glean provider-specific clarifications that can be applied immediately upon returning to the work place.

Upon completion of the 3-Day workshop, access to the CHHi-MDSIcertification exam via email will be available. Take the exam at your own pace within 90 days. If you score 80% or higher you pass the exam and will receive your CHHi-MDScredential.

*Certified Harmony Healthcare International MDS Professional

Objectives:

·Articulate the intent of each MDS 3.0 section, and correct coding strategies for each item

Target Audiences:This course is ideal for MDS Coordinators who have one year of experience or less, as it will provide the opportunity to move through basic MDS management concepts at a slow pace. Other attendees may include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapist, speech therapists and social workers.

Contact Hours/Continuing Education Credit:This program has been approved for 21 contact hours for nurses, nursing home administrators, and occupational therapy. Speech therapy and social work contact hours are pending.

Seminar Registration Fees: (Must be paid in full prior to attending seminar)

Mass Senior Care Member: $550

Non-member: $750

Refund Policy:Registrants requesting a refund must do so in writing within 7 business days of the seminar. Refunds are subject to a $50 processing fee. Refund requests received within 6 business days or less from the seminar date will not be accepted.